What are the responsibilities and job description for the Research Assistant-Skinner Lab (temporary part-time) (BP) position at Inside Higher Ed?
Job no: 529742
Position type: Staff Part Time
Benefit Status: Non-Benefited – Non-Union
Campus: UMass Lowell
Department: Envir Earth&Atmos.Sciences
Salary: anticipated rate: $25/hour
Applications Open: Apr 13 2026
Applications Close: Open until filled
General Summary Of Position
The applicant will research the characteristics and drivers of New England wildfires in observational data. This will involve collecting and analyzing U.S. Forest Service wildfire incident datasets and a suite of weather and climate datasets. Results will be visualized, synthesized, and communicated in a manuscript.
Minimum Qualifications (Required)
Requirements for the position include an atmospheric Science B.S. degree as well as strong familiarity with Python and standard climate packages and analysis techniques.
Preferred Qualifications
Familiarity with wildfire weather and climate. Evidence of strong scientific writing and communication skills.
Special Instructions To Applicants
Initial review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. However, the position may close when an adequate number of qualified applicants is received.
This is a part-time, temporary, non-unit, non-benefited position.
Please include a resume with your application. Names and contact information of three references will be required during the application process. Submission of a cover letter is optional.
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Position type: Staff Part Time
Benefit Status: Non-Benefited – Non-Union
Campus: UMass Lowell
Department: Envir Earth&Atmos.Sciences
Salary: anticipated rate: $25/hour
Applications Open: Apr 13 2026
Applications Close: Open until filled
General Summary Of Position
The applicant will research the characteristics and drivers of New England wildfires in observational data. This will involve collecting and analyzing U.S. Forest Service wildfire incident datasets and a suite of weather and climate datasets. Results will be visualized, synthesized, and communicated in a manuscript.
Minimum Qualifications (Required)
Requirements for the position include an atmospheric Science B.S. degree as well as strong familiarity with Python and standard climate packages and analysis techniques.
Preferred Qualifications
Familiarity with wildfire weather and climate. Evidence of strong scientific writing and communication skills.
Special Instructions To Applicants
Initial review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. However, the position may close when an adequate number of qualified applicants is received.
This is a part-time, temporary, non-unit, non-benefited position.
Please include a resume with your application. Names and contact information of three references will be required during the application process. Submission of a cover letter is optional.
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Salary : $25